Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Runners participated in a Special Olympics torch run along Richmond Highway on June 5 while law enforcement advised motorists to use caution on Route 1 southbound from Fredericksburg to the Caroline County line — officials from Spotsylvania and Stafford counties monitored the event.

A fire at Aquia Townhouses on Friday, June 5 caused heavy smoke and damage to two townhomes—forcing relocation for some families and prompting American Red Cross aid for 10 adults and 8 children, while Stafford County Fire and Rescue reported one firefighter evaluated and the fire controlled in 30 minutes.

Central Rappahannock Regional Library invites locals to join Tampa Taiko on Monday, June 8th at 6:30–7:30 p.m. on the branch’s front steps as part of its free 41st annual Music on the Steps Summer Concert Series, following last Monday’s performance by Ladia.

Stafford High School teacher James Andrews has taught writing for 60 years and shaped nearly 10,000 students into successful college candidates — a testament to his lasting impact.

Mary Washington Hospital earned Healthgrades awards for outpatient orthopedic care and ranked in the top 10% nationwide for joint replacement and surgery.

The hospital continues to offer quality care in our community.

The former Mary Washington Hospital at 2300 Fall Hill Avenue is being converted into apartments while the city conducts a land use plan review.

New Mary’s Landing townhouses are under construction across the street + developers plan to move ahead once the review is complete.

D.J. Palmer led Hartwood High’s first football practice on June 1 at Stafford High after emergency surgery for a staph infection (which nearly cost him the ability to walk).

He said he will be fully back in six months and plans to build a freshman team soon.

Archaeology Camp at Ferry Farm

9 a.m. - noon — George Washington's Ferry Farm — $200 per camper — Unearth artifacts and learn from real archaeologists at George Washington’s boyhood home.

Teen Enrichment 4th Annual Golf Tournament

7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Meadows Farms Golf Course — Cost varies — Swing for a cause at this annual tournament supporting youth mentoring.

9th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show

8 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — $20.00 — Explore a variety of vehicles while supporting autism awareness in the community.

Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute

7-11 p.m. — The Groove Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the #1 tribute to Van Halen with an authentic performance of their greatest hits.

BANDA EL RECODO, LOS RECODITOS & MAS

12-3 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively music event featuring popular Mexican bands at the fairgrounds.

Chris Ryan Band Live

6-11:30 p.m. — The Social FXBG — Cost not specified — Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with the Chris Ryan Band's debut performance.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

9 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning firework display over Fredericksburg, Virginia.